Collection of Engineering

PROGRESSIVE COLLAPSE AND ROBUSTNESS OF FRAMED STRUCTURES: SIMULATION AND DESIGN

Abstract

We present a framework to investigate progressive collapse and robustness of 2D framed structures, subjected to multiple column removals. Progressive collapse is first simulated with an algorithm based on the Discrete Elements. The possible collapse mechanisms emerging from the simulations [...]
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PROGRESSIVE COLLAPSE AND ROBUSTNESS OF FRAMED STRUCTURES: SIMULATION AND DESIGN

Abstract

We present a framework to investigate progressive collapse and robustness of 2D framed structures, subjected to multiple column removals. Progressive collapse is first simulated with an algorithm based on the Discrete Elements. The possible collapse mechanisms emerging from the simulations [...]
Computational Solids and Structural Mechanics

The Twin Towers Collapse, Event Analyses and Structural Lessons, Master's Degree Thesis

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This thesis is divided into two parts: in the first part the collapse of the WTC1, WTC 2 (Twin Towers) and WTC 7 buildings following the terrorist attacks of 11 September 2001 is analysed. In the second part, the collapse type and strength of frame buildings with different topological [...]

The Twin Towers Collapse, Event Analyses and Structural Lessons, Master's Degree Thesis

Abstract

This thesis is divided into two parts: in the first part the collapse of the WTC1, WTC 2 (Twin Towers) and WTC 7 buildings following the terrorist attacks of 11 September 2001 is analysed. In the second part, [...]

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USSD 2014 - Presentation - Robustness

Abstract

Robustness plays a relevant role in the capacity of a structure to sustain abnormal loads or to deal with unexpected events with large effects, such as explosions and terroristic attacks. Such situations on dams may have extremely large consequences. For buildings, the design [...]